Amanda Cook and Andrea Allen are two of the coaches of Morrison High School cheerleaders. On Saturday afternoon, July 17, 2013, Cook was coaching adults in a parking lot at Hilltop Lanes, 629 E. Lincolnway Road, Morrison, IL. Traditional songs “Loyalty” and “Hey!” helped with the timing. Left-to-right are Heather
If you stop by the Community Garden in French Creek Park in Morrison, IL, you will find that this busy park has people coming and going at all times of the day. Many of them are gardeners pulling weeds or watering a vegetable or flower. The garden started as an
On 7/26/13 at about 6:06 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Rte. 40 and Thome Roads, rural Rock Falls, IL. Investigation revealed a 2003 Kia driven by Audrey R. E. Crossland, 19, of Rock Falls, was traveling eastbound on Thome Road and
Whiteside County supports a Wellness Program for its employees. It began just two weeks ago, in early July 2013, but already has 68 employees from the Morrison, and Sterling, IL, offices. Participant Sandy Prescott, right, explained. “The County has made part of the program–walking at lunch–flexible, so
Because of the advance purchase of tickets to the Alumni Football USA game–set for 5:00 p.m., Saturday, July 27, 2013–the Morrison football program will receive $4180. Proceeds from Kelly and Bob McDonnell’s pulled pork meals–at Hilltop Lanes on Saturday–will add to the award.
The Miller Club at De Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, had the opportunity to visit two watermills in the Midwest on Monday, July 8, 2013. The Miller Club was formed in 2010 to encourage young people to become interested in volunteering, history, science, and Fulton’s windmill area. The participants range
The Morrison High School Class of 1993 has organized the first “Strides for Students” 5K Run/Walk event to benefit the Morrison Schools Foundation. It will be held Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, Morrison, IL. Everyone will receive refreshments, but t-shirts can be guaranteed only for those who
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180–the last of the “Five Good Emperors,” and is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. He noted, “Men exist for mutual service.” This lesson is demonstrated throughout the year by a youth group at Morrison High School: the
Eileen Detra, Main Street Director, wants neighboring communities to know 2013 family events continue in place in Prophetstown, IL. Visitors are encouraged to attend the following. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4, is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Host drum Beenah Un Dennah (Song
The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at 6:00 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Approval of the Chairman’s Report of June 5, 2013 Public Hearing: Request for variance,
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Main Street Director Eileen Detra wants the surrounding communities to know that 2013 summer events are ongoing in Prophetstown, IL. Several opportunities to enjoy family activies are listed below. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4 is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Beenah Un Dennah
Hammer and cat’s paw in hand, respectively, Dr. Bradley R. and Elizabeth Yaklich have been hands-on participants in the renovation of their new Vision Source Morrison location at 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Housed at the west end is Puppy Love. For the rest of the week, they work with,
When he locks up Friday, July 26, 2013, Dr. David C. Jennings closes the door on his optometrist career of 38 years. His wife, Julie, is retiring after 27 years. Of his eight staff, all but Julie will continue in the practice of Dr. Bradley R. Yaklich at a new
If you closed your eyes, it sounded like a gurgling mountain stream. Rushing water sparkled in the morning sun of Thursday, July 25, 2013, as it flowed steadily from a pipe above the hill in Kelly Park, to E. High Street, Morrison, IL. Well #4 was the source. Recently, a